Canine Division

Explosives and Narcotics Detection Dogs

Used since World War 1 to detect explosives and latterly narcotics, as yet, the canine sense of smell has not been bettered by technology.

This, coupled with the dogs’ mobility and speed, allows the most intricate and difficult of locations to be searched. Octavian has pioneered the provision of canines to the pharmaceutical industry, to provide assurance that expensive and controlled drugs are not illegally removed from their premises.

In order to ensure the quality of Octavian’s canines, they undergo a rigorous entry examination during which they are tested for their retrieval, drive, courage, perseverance and conduct.  They also undergo extensive medical checks, in accordance with relevant regulations.

Training

Training is delivered by qualified handlers utilising a variety of chemical based substances. The initial training period lasts for two months and thereafter, dogs and handlers receive refresher training every year. Each dog has its own training records and once it has passed the necessary procedures, certification is gained.

Provision of Dog Handlers

Clients’ specific training packages are developed depending on individual needs. Training depends on the ability of a candidate, based on the previous dog handling experience and can be delivered at clients’ premises and/or at an Octavian Training Centre.

Canine Division services include:

• Guarding
• Mobile patrols
• Alarm responses
• Escorting
• Drugs, explosives and firearms detection
• Special events
• Property evictions
• Searches for missing people
• Tracking and detaining offenders
• Crowd management